What is the cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Plymouth is to train and bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Plymouth is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Plymouth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Plymouth. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

The distance between Cheltenham and Plymouth is 172 miles. The road distance is 157 miles.

How do I travel from Cheltenham to Plymouth without a car?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £90 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

The train from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth takes 2h 56m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Plymouth bus from?

Cheltenham to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Plymouth train from?

Cheltenham to Plymouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Plymouth is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £90 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £80 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Plymouth bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Plymouth train arrive?

Cheltenham to Plymouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Plymouth is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Cheltenham to Plymouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

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Cheltenham to Plymouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Plymouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 56m
£90–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 104 / ...
5h 37m
£21–78
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Yatetrain Worcester Foregate Street - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
5h 18m
£23–39
Drive 156.1 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Plymouthcar 156.1 mi
2h 37m
£38–55

Cheltenham to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 171 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Plymouth, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Plymouth Coach Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 4h 25m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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